The Mori House, originally designed in 1963 by Pacific Northwest architect Saul Zaik, has been thoughtfully remodeled by SHED Architecture & Design for a young family seeking minimalist aesthetics. This renovation enhances the home’s connection to its natural surroundings, aligning with the family’s desire for a modernist minimalist aesthetic that harmonizes with the Pacific Northwest environment.
Situated on a gently sloped, forested site in Portland, Oregon, the renovation emphasizes natural light, forest views, and enhanced spatial functionality.
Key design interventions include removing an existing loft and spiral staircase to reveal a soaring, nail-laminated wood roof with a central skylight, flooding the interior with forest-filtered light. A new switchback staircase on the southwest side improves vertical circulation, while the main floor reconfiguration creates an open living, dining, and kitchen area oriented towards the forest. The primary suite is positioned on the north side, featuring a spacious bathroom with a Japanese soaking tub and custom-designed elements. The lower level offers flexible spaces suitable for bedrooms, home offices, or workout rooms, along with a new bath and a wine cellar.
All photos by Rafael Soldi
Project Details
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Architects: SHED Architecture & Design
- Area: 3715 ft²
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Photographs:Rafael Soldi, SHED Architecture & Design
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Manufacturers: Gaggenau, Louis Poulsen, Lutron, Allwood, Ann Sacks, BM, BUILD, Benjamin Moore, Big Branch Woodworking, Bosch, Brendan Ravenhill, Brizo, DWR, Emtek, Eric Pfeiffer, Graff, Intrepid Marble and Granite, Jonas work room, Kohler, Kolbe, +7
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Original Architect: Saul Zaik
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City: Portland
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Country: United States
Cite: “The Mori House / SHED Architecture & Design” 19 Dec 2024. ArchDaily. Accessed 31 Dec 2024. <https://www.archdaily.com/1024778/the-mori-house-shed-architecture-and-design> ISSN 0719-8884
